Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy in Biological, Forensic and Materials Sciences
The 2nd edition of this book builds on the success of its predecessor, offering a comprehensive overview of recent advances and emerging applications in the area of laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). The new edition expands LIBS fundamentals and presents new case studies of applications to biological sciences. Readers will also find an updated perspective of LIBS applications to forensic and materials sciences. LIBS, which was previously mainly used by physicists, chemists and in the industry, has now become a very useful tool with great potential in these other fields as well. LIBS has a unique set of characteristics including minimal destructiveness, remote sensing capabilities, potential portability, extremely high information content, trace analytical sensitivity and high throughput. With its content divided into two main parts, this book provides not only an introduction to the analytical capabilities and methodology but also an overview of the results of recent applications in the above fields. The application-oriented, multidisciplinary approach of this work is also reflected in the diversity of the expert contributors. Topics added to this new edition include: Application of nanostructures in LIBS LIBS food analysis Cancer diagnostics using LIBS LIBS in nuclear and fusion research Microplastics detection using LIBS Tag-LIBS in biological applications Given its breadth, this book will appeal to students, researchers and professionals interested in solving analytical/diagnostic/material characterization tasks with the application of LIBS. Supplementary videos can be accessed online as well as directly from the print book; simply download the Springer Nature More Media App for free and scan the links with the play button.
Advances in Disaster Management, Volume 2
This book presents cutting-edge research and forward-looking strategies from the International Conference on Advances in Health, Safety, Fire, Environment, Allied Sciences and Sustainability (HSFEAS - 2023). This volume captures the collective expertise of global thought leaders and practitioners addressing the complex challenges of disaster risk reduction and resilience building in today's uncertain world. Covering diverse topics including disaster preparedness, response systems, climate-induced risks, and community resilience, this compilation provides actionable insights and scientific advancements that are vital for policymakers, emergency professionals, urban planners, and academic researchers alike.
Activity-Based Proteomics
This volume comprehensively covers techniques that use activity-based proteomics to investigate biological functions of proteins such as lipolytic enzymes, serine hydrolases, chitinases, and glycoside hydrolases. The chapters in this book cover a wide range of protocols and an overview on the application of activity-based proteomics profiling to study deISGylating enzymes, serine hydrolases, monooxygenases, ubiquitin E3 ligases, and reactive cysteine in various organisms, including bacteria, viruses, and mammalian cells and tissues. Furthermore, this book provides updated, comprehensive protocols for utilizing activity-based proteomics profiling to discover new enzymes, detect novel modifications, and identify new drug therapy targets. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on trouble3.shooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Cutting-edge and comprehensive, Activity-Based Proteomics: Methods and Protocols is a valuable resource for all researchers who are interested in applying the latest technologies in this advancing field.
Nitrogen And Mineral Constituents Of The Alfalfa Plant
Catalogue Of Fossils In Lorenzo G. Yates’ Colletion
Catalytic Role of Amino Acids in Organic Reactions
Asymmetric organometallic and organocatalytic processes have attracted great interest. Asymmetric synthesis using both natural and unnatural amino acids has been tremendously important from synthetic as well as industrial viewpoints, and numerous new methodologies have been developed in the last decades. Herein we provide an overview of old and very recent (since 1900 till now) advances and applications in the area of heterogeneous catalysis, homogeneous catalysis, electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, organocatalysis, thermal catalysis using amino acids [proline, glycine, alanine, valine, serine, threonine, cysteine, methionine, asparagine, glutamine, lysine, arginine, histidine, aspartate, glutamate, phenylalanine, and tryptophan], (supported or unsupported), an amino acid containing materials or amino acids derivatives as an essential component of catalysts, this book highlights the most important and recent developments to immobilize or support amino acids on various support materials. This book is suitable as supplementary reading for courses targeting the design, synthesis, and application of chiral catalysts, asymmetric catalysis, and sustainable production.
Microbial Nanotechnology for Sustainable Future
This book covers the fundamentals and methods of biologically producing nanoparticles using microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and algae, along with optimization strategies for microbe-mediated nanoparticle production. It explores industrial and agricultural applications of microbial nanoparticles and their use in health and pharmaceuticals, including treatments for multidrug-resistant infections and cancer. Focusing on microbial nanotechnology, the book highlights its applications in food, pharmaceuticals, water, and environmental remediation. It provides valuable insights for researchers and students in food sciences, biotechnology, microbiology, and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, it discusses the environmental applications of microbial nanotechnology, emphasizing recent advancements and future research directions, offering both academic and industrial researchers a guide to transformative applications in this field.Features- Gives an overview of microbial nanotechnology and its applications to the environment- Deals with the challenging effects of microbial nanotechnology on the environment, human health, safety, and sustainability- Offers guidelines and cutting-edge methods and trends for environmental remediation- Examines how nanotechnology can facilitate the detection of minute amounts of viruses, bacteria, and other pollutants in food and other industrial applications- Incorporates case studies and real-world applications to show how microbial nanotechnology affects contemporary sciences and technologies